Financial Analyst, Advanced - 2215

About the position

The Financial Analyst position at Advanced Systems Design is a critical role that supports the Florida Planning, Accounting, and Ledger Planning (PALM) operations. This position requires the analyst to be onsite in Tallahassee, FL, starting from day one. The primary responsibilities include generating and managing data analysis, performing data cleanup, and executing data conversion tasks as required. The analyst will also be responsible for analyzing extensive datasets and proposing corrective actions based on their findings. Additionally, the role involves reconciling financial data, which includes recording or adjusting accounting entries to ensure accurate categorization of various financial elements such as receivables, payables, revenue, assets, cash, grants, payroll, disbursements, contracts, and projects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with the State of Florida Accounting System (FLAIR), including its usage and transactions, ledger management, and financial reporting. A strong understanding of the State of Florida chart of accounts is essential, as is advanced knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices. The ability to accurately analyze large sets of complex accounting data and propose corrective actions is a key requirement for this role. In addition to the required qualifications, preferred candidates will have experience in managing the State's financial management processes, preparing financial accounting schedules and reports, and analyzing and reconciling financial data. Experience in requirements gathering, data analysis, design, development, testing, or implementation of financial management systems is also beneficial. The role requires effective communication and collaborative skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple complex projects effectively.

Responsibilities
? Generate and manage data analysis, data cleanup, data conversion, and other tasks as required for the position.
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? Analyze extensive datasets and propose corrective actions.
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? Reconcile financial data, recording or adjusting accounting entries to verify accurate categorization of receivables, payables, revenue, assets, cash, grants, payroll, disbursements, contracts, and projects.

Requirements
? Extensive experience in the State of Florida Accounting System (FLAIR) usage and transactions, ledger management, and financial reporting.
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? Knowledge of the State of Florida chart of accounts (i.e., usage, correlation).
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? Advanced knowledge of financial accounting and generally accepted accounting principles.
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? Ability to accurately analyze large sets of complex accounting data and propose corrective actions.

Nice-to-haves
? Experience in accounting and management of the State's financial management processes.
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? Preparing financial accounting schedules and reports.
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? Analyzing and reconciling financial data.
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? Experience in requirements gathering, data analysis, design, development, testing, or implementation of financial management system(s).
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? Experience working in team environments (i.e., as a leader or as a member).
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? Experience performing business analysis functions, collaborating independently within a diverse cross-functional team, and engaging with subject matter experts, business users, or stakeholders to collect information.
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? Ability to provide effective communication and collaborative skills.
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? Ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Benefits
? Comprehensive Health Insurance with PPO and HDHP/HSA options
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? Dental Insurance
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? Vision Insurance
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? Short/Long-Term Disability
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? Group Life Insurance - Company Paid
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? Voluntary Life Insurance
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? 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
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? Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
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? Holiday Pay - Company Paid Federal Holidays
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? Tuition Assistance
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? Professional Certification Incentive Plan
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? Employee Referral Plan
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? Technology Exposure

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